2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 975 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Camry | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
